uncharacteristic

Example Sentences

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"I'll go back to the start of the Six Nations. I thought Steve made some very uncharacteristic comments about a title-decider against France, looking ahead," Jones told the Rugby Unity podcast, published on Monday.

From Barron's • Feb. 24, 2026

A U-turn on sedans would be a reversal of uncharacteristic speed even for Detroit’s notoriously fickle industry.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 14, 2026

A low first-serve percentage of 41% was uncharacteristic, but she had enough pace and aggression in her groundstrokes to rush Swiatek.

From BBC • Jan. 27, 2026

Herbert, still searching for his first postseason victory after his third defeat Sunday, showed up in uncharacteristic fashion against the Patriots.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 12, 2026

Rab, so concerned over a gun as he was, did an uncharacteristic, foolish thing.

From "Johnny Tremain" by Esther Hoskins Forbes